Smoke detectors save lives in Porter County but can be problematic for recycling. In today’s retail market many smoke detectors contain small amounts of americium-241, a radioactive material that aids in detecting smoke. “Smoke...
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MegaBeatles and Marrakesh Express bring fun, nostalgia to Memorial Opera House
On October 9, MegaBeatles will be returning to the Memorial Opera House in downtown Valparaiso for the seventh consecutive year to provide timeless entertainment to the Valpo community and beyond. The MegaBeatles group is formed from a...
Opening night of the ambitious, feminist, historical musical, 9 to 5
Valparaiso’s Memorial Opera House performed the musical “9 to 5” that was a hit, especially to those in the audience who resonated with feminists and generation X. This is definitely a show you'd leave your kids at home for as it's a musical...
Memorial Opera House Presents 9 To 5 – The Musical
Live musical theatre returns to the Memorial Opera House with their production of 9 To 5 – The Musical! Three unlikely friends take control of their office and learn there is nothing they can’t do, even in a man’s world. Celebrating the 40th...
The MegaBeatles return to Memorial Opera House!
They’re back! Joining us at Memorial Opera House for the seventh consecutive year, members of The Crawpuppies and Chris & Lou will present a spectacular trip down memory lane as we continue the Memorial Opera House 2021 concert series! Selling...
Memorial Opera House presents Marrakesh Express – A Crosby, Stills, Nash, & Young Experience
Marrakesh Express is dedicated to tributing Crosby, Stills Nash & Young (CSNY) which is often unheard of due to the difficulty in replicating the 3- and 4-part vocal harmonies that made the group international superstars. Marrakesh Express excels...
Recycling & Waste Reduction District of Porter County Hosts Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event
The Recycling & Waste Reduction District of Porter County will host the fifth household hazardous waste collection event on Saturday, August 14, 2021 at Portage High School located at 6450 US Highway 6 in Portage. The event will take place from 9...
Porter County Health Department’s Vital Records and Nursing divisions provides important resources
The Porter County Health Department serves the residents of Porter County every day through its four distinct divisions: Food, Environmental, Nursing, and Vital Records. Its Foods and Environmental divisions protect the community through health...
Porter County Government Expands Road Improvement Program To Include Subdivisions
Over the past few years, Porter County Government has increased its focus on improvement and preservation of the over 800 miles of roads in unincorporated areas of the County. Unincorporated means areas that are outside the municipal boundaries of...
Exceptional Events Happen At The Porter County Expo!
The newly renovated venues at the Expo provide beautiful surroundings for your next event. But EXCEPTIONAL events happen at the Expo because of the committed and professional staff members who have over 55 years of combined experience in planning...